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• Duty Days: 240
• Reports To: Dr. Melissa T. Williams, Superintendent
• Salary Range: The salary for this position will be negotiated based on education and experience. A general range is $90,000 to $100,000.
• Endorsements: Educational Administrator

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Education Administration Programs

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval – award amount (up to $20,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply.

To qualify for this position – you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physicians in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.

• United States Citizenship: Non‑citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine.
• The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed.
• Current – full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States – or in the District of Columbia.
• Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training – approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification.
• (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME); (2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA); (3) Other residencies (non‑US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States) – which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences.
• Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs).
• PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e. – not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee‑basis.
• PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged.
• They are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision.
• Additionally – surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit .
• Physical Requirements: Eligible applicants must be physically and mentally able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position – with or without reasonable accommodation – without hazard to themselves or others.
• Depending on the essential duties of a specific position – usable vision, color vision, hearing or speech may be required.
• In most cases – a specific physical condition or impairment of a specific function may be compensated for by the satisfactory use of a prosthesis or mechanical aid.

• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
• VHA Physician Total Rewards.
• Recruitment Incentive (Sign‑on‑Bonus): May be available for highly qualified applicants.
• Relocation Incentive (for current Federal Employees) (Sign‑on Bonus): May be available for highly qualified applicants.
• Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized.
• Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more.
• EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.
• Contact for questions/assistance.
• Pay: Competitive salary – annual performance bonus – regular salary increases.
• Paid Time Off: 50–55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave – 13 days of sick leave – 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5‑day paid absence for CME).
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA.
• Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement).
• Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full‑time with board certification).
• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
• Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.
• Inpatient Psychiatrist Clinical Duties: The Psychiatrist will be responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric services for Veterans in psychiatric inpatient units – as well as the Community Living Center.
• Provides a full range of psychiatric care to patients with a variety of physical and/or behavioral problems.
• The psychiatrist will provide consultation services to inpatients and to residents of the Community Living Center and residents of the Residential Rehabilitation programs if so needed.
• The incumbent will also supervise trainees – including but not limited to medical students and residents in the appropriate clinical setting.
• Serves a population which consists of male and female Veterans of all ages and common diagnoses include anxiety disorders – Post‑Traumatic Stress Disorder – Major Depression and other mood disorders – Substance Use Disorders – Bipolar Disorder – Schizophrenia – and other Serious Mental Illnesses – Dementias – and mental disorder related to Traumatic Brain Injuries.
• Establishes professional working relationships with other clinical service providers within the medical center and outlying clinics – provide telephone and e‑consult consultations as needed.
• Cooperates with and participates in medical duties or functions related to quality of care – peer review and with other performance improvement activities as directed.
• Provides prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to veterans in need of psychiatric services.
• Documents observations – assessments – and changes in patient's condition.
• Collaborates with health team members to facilitate positive patient care outcomes.
• Reviews medical information on all referred and assigned patients.
• Consults with patients – their families – and other medical professionals – attorneys – and other appropriate persons to interpret clinical findings.
• Leads – facilitates – and coordinates treatment planning and assigns persons responsible for follow‑up on established goals and objectives.
• Directs and instructs nurses – other professional support staff – attendants – and residents in the care and treatment of patients.
• Prescribes medications for the treatment of physical and psychological disorders within approved clinical privileges.
• Attends and participates in general and teaching conferences as assigned.
• Provides consultation services to other disciplines within Mental Health across service lines and the VISN.
• Provides formal supervision for Nurse Practitioners with respects to DEA requirements.
• Serves as Psychiatrist Officer of the Day for on‑call duties during non‑administrative hours – weekend – and holidays as assigned.
• Work Schedule: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm – Monday – Friday.

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$146,481.00/yr - $00,000.00/yr

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program EDRP a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to 200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

To qualify for this position - you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
• Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine
• The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed
• Current - full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State - Territory - or Commonwealth of the United States - or in the District of Columbia
• Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training - approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification
• (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) - b) OR ((2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) -OR (3) Other residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States) - which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences
• Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs)
• PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e. - not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee-basis
• PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged
• rather - they are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision
• Additionally - surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit
• Physical Requirements: Eligible applicants must be physically and mentally able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position - with or without reasonable accommodation - without hazard to themselves or others
• Depending on the essential duties of a specific position - usable vision - color vision - hearing or speech may be required
• however - in most cases - a specific physical condition or impairment of a specific function may be compensated for by the satisfactory use of a prosthesis or mechanical aid.

• The Tuskegee Area Chamber of Commerce is Macon County's leading business advocacy organization
• Our goal is to support businesses and to drive the growth of the local economy
• We are dedicated to fostering an environment of success and economic prosperity for the four municipalities that we support: Tuskegee - Shorter - Notasulga and Franklin
• As a dynamic and forward-thinking organization - we understand the crucial role that businesses play in creating jobs - generating revenue - and enhancing the quality of life for our residents
• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• VHA Physician Total Rewards
• Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on-Bonus): May be available for highly qualified applicants Relocation Incentive (for current Federal Employees) (Sign-on Bonus): May be available for highly qualified applicants Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more
• EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
• Contact for questions/assistance
• Pay: Competitive salary - annual performance bonus - regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible 1 -000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Inpatient Psychiatrist Clinical Duties: The Psychiatrist will be responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric services for Veterans in psychiatric inpatient units - as well as the Community Living Center
• Provides a full range of psychiatric care to patients with a variety of physical and/or behavior problems
• The psychiatrist will provide consultation services to inpatients and to residents of the Community Living Center and residents of the Residential Rehabilitation programs if so needed
• The incumbent will also supervise trainees - including but not limited to medical students and residents in the appropriate clinical setting
• Serves a population which consists of male and female Veterans of all ages and common diagnoses include anxiety disorders - Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder - Major Depression and other mood disorders - Substance Use Disorders - Bipolar Disorder - Schizophrenia - and other Serious Mental Illnesses - Dementias - and mental disorder related to Traumatic Brain Injuries
• Establishes professional working relationships with other clinical service providers within the medical center and outlying clinics - provide telephone and e-consult consultations as needed Cooperates with and participate in medical duties or functions related to quality of care - peer review and with other performance improvement activities as directed
• Provides prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to veterans in need of psychiatric services
• Documents observations - assessments - and changes in patient's condition
• collaborating with health team members to facilitate positive patient care outcomes
• Reviews medical information on all referred and assigned patients
• Consults with patients - their families - and other medical professionals - attorneys - and other appropriate persons to interpret clinical findings
• Leads - facilitates - and coordinates treatment planning and assigns persons responsible for follow up on established goals and objectives
• Directs and instructs nurses - other professional support staff - attendants - and residents in the care and treatment of patients
• Prescribes medications for the treatment of physical and psychological disorders within approved clinical privileges
• Attends and participates in general and teaching conferences as assigned
• 1 of 4 VM- Physician FS#- F FLSA-Exempt BUS Code-1276 Vetted-2/20/2025 Pursues and receives advanced training in the field of pharmacological behavioral - cognitive and motivational therapies - crisis interventions and treatment compliance to enhance these areas of expertise for all CAVHCS
• Provides consultation services to other disciplines within Mental Health across service lines and the VISN
• Provides formal supervision for Nurse Practitioners with respects to DEA requirements
• Serves as Psychiatrist Officer of the Day for on-call duties during non-administrative hours - weekend - and holidays as assigned
• Work Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm - Monday - Friday

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider
• Government Administration

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Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval – award amount (up to $20,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply.

To qualify for this position – you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physicians in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.

• United States Citizenship: Non‑citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine.
• The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed.
• Current – full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States – or in the District of Columbia.
• Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training – approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification.
• (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME); (2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA); (3) Other residencies (non‑US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States) – which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences.
• Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs).
• PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e. – not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee‑basis.
• PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged.
• They are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision.
• Additionally – surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit .
• Physical Requirements: Eligible applicants must be physically and mentally able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position – with or without reasonable accommodation – without hazard to themselves or others.
• Depending on the essential duties of a specific position – usable vision, color vision, hearing or speech may be required.
• In most cases – a specific physical condition or impairment of a specific function may be compensated for by the satisfactory use of a prosthesis or mechanical aid.

• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
• VHA Physician Total Rewards.
• Recruitment Incentive (Sign‑on‑Bonus): May be available for highly qualified applicants.
• Relocation Incentive (for current Federal Employees) (Sign‑on Bonus): May be available for highly qualified applicants.
• Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized.
• Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more.
• EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.
• Contact for questions/assistance.
• Pay: Competitive salary – annual performance bonus – regular salary increases.
• Paid Time Off: 50–55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave – 13 days of sick leave – 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5‑day paid absence for CME).
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA.
• Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement).
• Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full‑time with board certification).
• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
• Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.
• Inpatient Psychiatrist Clinical Duties: The Psychiatrist will be responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric services for Veterans in psychiatric inpatient units – as well as the Community Living Center.
• Provides a full range of psychiatric care to patients with a variety of physical and/or behavioral problems.
• The psychiatrist will provide consultation services to inpatients and to residents of the Community Living Center and residents of the Residential Rehabilitation programs if so needed.
• The incumbent will also supervise trainees – including but not limited to medical students and residents in the appropriate clinical setting.
• Serves a population which consists of male and female Veterans of all ages and common diagnoses include anxiety disorders – Post‑Traumatic Stress Disorder – Major Depression and other mood disorders – Substance Use Disorders – Bipolar Disorder – Schizophrenia – and other Serious Mental Illnesses – Dementias – and mental disorder related to Traumatic Brain Injuries.
• Establishes professional working relationships with other clinical service providers within the medical center and outlying clinics – provide telephone and e‑consult consultations as needed.
• Cooperates with and participates in medical duties or functions related to quality of care – peer review and with other performance improvement activities as directed.
• Provides prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to veterans in need of psychiatric services.
• Documents observations – assessments – and changes in patient's condition.
• Collaborates with health team members to facilitate positive patient care outcomes.
• Reviews medical information on all referred and assigned patients.
• Consults with patients – their families – and other medical professionals – attorneys – and other appropriate persons to interpret clinical findings.
• Leads – facilitates – and coordinates treatment planning and assigns persons responsible for follow‑up on established goals and objectives.
• Directs and instructs nurses – other professional support staff – attendants – and residents in the care and treatment of patients.
• Prescribes medications for the treatment of physical and psychological disorders within approved clinical privileges.
• Attends and participates in general and teaching conferences as assigned.
• Provides consultation services to other disciplines within Mental Health across service lines and the VISN.
• Provides formal supervision for Nurse Practitioners with respects to DEA requirements.
• Serves as Psychiatrist Officer of the Day for on‑call duties during non‑administrative hours – weekend – and holidays as assigned.
• Work Schedule: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm – Monday – Friday.

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Quality Care Our Heroes Deserve

Now is the time to take your career to the next level and become part of the high-caliber talent that is VA. Experience what 250,000 current VA employees already have state-of-the art practice settings, access to the latest technology, a multi-disciplinary team environment and the opportunity to provide the men and women who have bravely served this country with the finest patient care, benefits and customer satisfaction. And with VA Patient Satisfaction Scores leading the healthcare industry, you'll be joining one of the most respected facilities in the Nation.

Quality Care Our Heroes Deserve

Now is the time to take your career to the next level and become part of the high-caliber talent that is VA. Experience what 250,000 current VA employees already have state-of-the art practice settings, access to the latest technology, a multi-disciplinary team environment and the opportunity to provide the men and women who have bravely served this country with the finest patient care, benefits and customer satisfaction. And with VA Patient Satisfaction Scores leading the healthcare industry, you'll be joining one of the most respected facilities in the Nation.

The Central Alabama Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHCS) located in Montgomery, AL is searching for a BE/BC Family Medicine/Internal Medicine Physician. Positions are located at the Montgomery and Tuskegee campus.

The Primary Care physician works as a member of a multi-disciplinary health care team, collaborating with other members of the team to provide medical care to veterans enrolled on the team.

The physician is expected to demonstrate advanced competencies and skills in assessing the physical and psychosocial status of patients and family members, plan and active role in the multidisciplinary health care team, promote preventive health measures, manage the acute and chronic conditions of his/her assigned panel of patients and those patients assigned to other team members when circumstances require.

The physician provides comprehensive assessment, diagnostic work-up and clinic intervention, including comprehensive patient assessment, health history, physical examination, and patient education to veterans in the Primary Care Team setting; outpatients include both rescheduled and unscheduled veterans. Functions as an integral part of a Primary Care multi-disciplinary team to coordinate, facilitate, and provide patient care and services; Discriminate between normal and abnormal findings to establish a diagnosis and initiate appropriate response to emergency health problems.

Physician initiates appropriate referrals and consultation to other clinical services. Order and evaluate diagnostic tests as appropriate, recommend treatment and/or referral. Establish and coordinate a plan of care related to patients identified problems. Validate the effectiveness of previously implemented medical treatment. Initiate, evaluate, and change orders for medications. Include patient and family in planning care and establishing realistic measurable goals for health maintenance/improvement.

Record/document health appraisal information, clinical assessments, treatment decisions, plan of care, ongoing management and therapeutic outcomes, order medications, diagnostic tests and referral consultations where needed for every patient encounter; recording will be accomplished using the electronic comprehensive patient record system (CPRS), and will be completed on the day of the encounter.

Physician responds to computerized "Alerts indicating diagnostic test abnormalities and to Health line requests from veterans/family members on the day of receipt (weekends excepted); Follow Performance Measure guidelines including completion of clinical reminders in CPRS; access and timeliness standards; prescription order entry, National VA Formula requirements and Customer Services standards.

Work efficiently with patients, families, members of the multi-disciplinary team, and other CAVHCS staff, demonstrates flexibility in responding to clinic demands, adhere to personal and professional obligations and responsible, practice and ethical standards, and sustain a work environment that is harmonious and customer service oriented.

Physician assumes MOC duties as determined by monthly Call Schedule. The Primary Care Physician shall participate in the continuous quality improvement program. The Primary Care Physician is expected to be familiar with and comply with all national standards utilized at this medical treatment facility, including VA Performance Measures and Monitors, Joint Commission, and NCQA standards.

Salary Range: Up to $195,000 per year

Applicant selected for this position may be eligible to apply for an award under the provision of the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) based on the availability of funds.

Recruitment/Relocation and or PCS expenses may be authorized.

For more information please contact Sam Wright at ext: 4305 or email to

Required Skills

Qualifications Required:

• U.S. citizenship
• English language proficiency
• Physical standards - All applicants must meet the physical standards for the position. A physical examination prior to employment may be required.
• Licensure and Registration Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the United States or in the District of Columbia. The Physician must maintain a current registration to continue employment with the VA
• Educational requirements - Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed.
  
  

• Schools of medicine holding regular institutional membership in the Association of American Medical Colleges for the year in which the degree was granted.
• Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the American Osteopathic Association for the year in which the degree was granted.
• Schools (including foreign schools) accepted by the licensing body of a State, Territory, or Commonwealth (i.e. Puerto Rico), or in the District of Columbia as qualifying for full or unrestricted licensure.
• For residents, graduation from an approved medical school as described above is required.
• First-Year Residency (Internship) - Completed a first-year residency , or its equivalent, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the year in which it was competed. For a VA resident, the appropriate Deans Committee and Resident Review Board may recommend appointment on the basis of the candidate's acceptability for residency training. Approved residencies are:
• Those approved by the Council on Medical Education and Hospitals, American Medical Association, in the list published for the year the residency was completed, OR
• Other residencies or their equivalents which the Professional Standards Board determines to have provided an applicant with appropriate professional training. The Board may determine that the residency requirement has been met if the candidate has completed 1 year of postgraduate education.
  

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Health Care Provider
• Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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Physician (Medical Director for Geri-PACT) position at Veterans in Healthcare . The Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS) in Tuskegee, AL is seeking a BE/BC Internal Medicine/Family Medicine physician or completion of a Geriatric Fellowship to join the leadership team as the Medical Director of the Geriatrics Patient Aligned Care Team (GERI-PACT) . The Medical Director for GERI-PACT of the Outpatient Clinic is accountable to the ACOS/GEC&R or designee for the coordination and oversight of clinical and administrative activities in the outpatient clinic.

• Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnostic work-up and clinic intervention, including comprehensive patient assessment, health history, physical examination, and patient education to Veterans in the Geriatric Primary Care team setting; outpatients include both scheduled and unscheduled Veterans.
• Function as an integral part of a Geriatric Primary Care multi-disciplinary team to coordinate, facilitate, and provide patient care and services.
• Discriminate between normal and abnormal findings to establish a diagnosis and initiate appropriate response to emergency health problems.
• Initiates appropriate referrals and consultation to other clinical services.
• Order and evaluate diagnostic tests as appropriate, recommend treatment and/or referral.
• Validate the effectiveness of previously implemented medical treatment.
• Initiate, evaluate, and change orders for medication.
• Include patient and family in planning care and establishing realistic measurable goals for health maintenance/improvement.
• Record/document health appraisal information, clinical assessment, treatment decisions, plan of care, ongoing management and therapeutic outcomes, order medications, diagnostic tests and referral consultations where needed for every patient encounter, recording will be accomplished using the electronic comprehensive patient record system (CPRS), and will be completed on the day of the encounter.
• Promote all PACT initiatives.
• Coordinate clinic schedules, including provider and clerical staff leave requests.
• Develop and administer performance plans and appraisals for subordinates as required by VA regulations.

Full Time. 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Monday - Friday). On-call if required, alternating one week on and one off.

Recruitment Incentive Authorized. Relocation expenses are authorized for this position. The Department of Veterans Affairs offers Permanent Change of Station (PCS) relocation services. Permanent Change of Station is the relocation of a household due to government convenience in connection with a transfer between duty stations or facilities. Salary Range: Up to $210,000 per year.

For more information please call Sam Wright at ext: 4305 or email

• Board eligibility or board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine, or completion of a Geriatric Fellowship is required. Geriatric Fellowship is preferred.
• Education: Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree from a school approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Licensure and Registration: Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the United States or its territories; licensure requirements may be waived if practicing internationally with equivalent licensure.
• Physical Standards: A pre-placement physical examination is required to determine physical and mental fitness for appointment.
• English Language Proficiency: Proficient in spoken and written English.
• All Individuals: Must meet basic qualification standards for appointment. Clinical privileges must be recommended by the chief, staff/professional standards board as granted by the Director of Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System. Physician must provide complete credentials and privileging information in a timely manner.

Note: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education verification may be required.

Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thrift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. For more information please visit the VA job benefits page.

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